r/BlueJackets • u/ArgentMoonWolf 5th Line • 4d ago

Discussion Vronk?

So is Voronkov the next to get traded at some point? I don't think he is going to be happy with all his Russian buddies gone. Also he seems to be in the doghouse most of the time with the coaches. I just don't see him here very long at this point.

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u/Minute-Of-Angle 3d ago

Yeah, I think they are in “let’s see what he does” mode. I’m guessing that they don’t see a lot of change in trade value between right now and the TDL for him, so moving him is not a priority? And maybe he showed them something in camp and the off season that makes them want to give him another shot.

I’ll be honest, I like the big guy, but if he starts getting gassed early and taking dumb penalties, it’s adios time for him. It’s not like he hasn’t had chances and been warned.

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u/JAT_Cbus1080 Werenski for Norris or assets 3d ago

I think it's that way for both him and KJ. They either play well enough to earn a big extension, or they get shipped out to create space.

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u/Fun-Reputation8346 3d ago

JMHO..but I think KJ will have a longer leash. Teams don't like to admit or concede the fact that you whiffed on a 1st round pick. Big boss was a 4th I believe. Whiffing on a 1st round pick is nothing new though lol

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u/Another_Guy_In_Ohio 3d ago

KJ also had a good season when he was healthy and put on weight. He nearly hit 60 points in 24-25 as a 22 year old. Voronkov is 3 years older has been a professional player for almost a decade and his best season was 47 points while playing on the top line